Future-proof water and wastewater treatment with SIMATIC PCS neo

Stricter regulations, escalating cyber threats, an aging workforce, and soaring energy costs: water and wastewater plant operators face a perfect storm of challenges. This eBook provides a strategic introduction to how SIMATIC PCS neo – Siemens' next-generation Distributed Control System – helps you modernize operations, boost efficiency, and secure your infrastructure for the decades ahead.

In the eBook, you will learn about:

• Standardization & modular automation Low standardization drives up costs across multi-vendor architectures. SIMATIC PCS neo leverages field-proven standards like MTP and pre-tested package units to shorten the design phase, simplify extensions, and minimize engineering effort.
• Cybersecurity built in by design Cyberattacks on critical infrastructure are increasing dramatically. SIMATIC PCS neo embeds a defense-in-depth security concept based on IEC 62443, protecting your plant from threats – without bolt-on solutions.
• Minimizing plant downtime Unplanned downtime can increase OPEX by up to 20% and risk unauthorized sewage release. AI-powered predictive maintenance and simulation tools help maximize availability and get your plant back to work faster.
• Energy optimization & GHG reduction Energy costs account for 25–50% of total OPEX. SIMATIC PCS neo connects to digital twin and AI-based tools that optimize aeration, sludge treatment, and energy generation – helping you move toward energy neutrality by 2040.